NMP-530 - Digital media player VIEWSONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Digital Media Player
Brand	VIEWSONIC
Model	NMP-530
Model Number	VS11681
Power Supply	External Power Adapter
Network Connectivity	Ethernet RJ-45 (100Base-T)
Video Outputs	HDMI, S-Video, Composite, Component (via adapter)
Audio Output	Via HDMI, S-Video, Composite (not explicitly specified but included)
Additional Connectors	RS-232 (serial), S-Video/YPbPr adapter included
Box Contents	Remote control with batteries, quick start guide, ViewSonic CD, Ethernet cable, S-Video/YPbPr adapter, RS-232 cable, power adapter
Supported Formats	Graphics, videos, Flash files (third-party software required for creation)
System Requirements (Server)	PC with Windows or Linux, 1 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM, 100Base-T network interface
Video Resolutions	Multiple resolutions available (selectable according to display)
Remote Management	Web interface via Internet browser
Security	Login/password identification, automatic logout after 5 minutes of inactivity
Operating Temperature	Not specified, estimate: 0 to 40 °C
Operating Humidity	Not specified, estimate: 20 to 80 % (non-condensing)
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquids or aerosols.
Spare Parts and Repairability	Contact ViewSonic support for any repairs. No spare parts provided.
General Information	Compliant with applicable standards. Manufactured under license. Copyright ViewSonic Corporation, 2006.

Frequently Asked Questions - NMP-530 VIEWSONIC

How to connect the NMP-530 to a TV?

Use the provided S-Video or Composite cable to connect the corresponding output of the NMP-530 to your TV's input. You can also use an HDMI or Component cable (via the included adapter).

How to obtain the IP address of the NMP-530?

Turn on the device and wait a few seconds: the IP address appears on the screen. Note it down to connect via an Internet browser on a PC on the same network.

How to connect to the web interface of the NMP-530?

Open an Internet browser and enter the displayed IP address. The login page appears. Use the default credentials: login admin and password admin.

How to change the default video output (S-Video)?

Log in to the web interface, go to Management > Video/Audio. In the TV Mode field, select the desired resolution. Click Apply then save the configuration.

What to do if the image does not display?

Check the video connection and that the TV input is correctly selected. Make sure the power is connected and the IP address is displayed. If the problem persists, reset the device or contact support.

How to stream content from a PC?

The NMP-530 requires a web server on the network. Set up a PC with a web server (IIS, Apache, etc.) and place your files in the appropriate directory. Then, in the NMP-530 web interface, set a URL pointing to your content.

How to use the remote control?

Insert two AA batteries into the compartment respecting the polarities. Point the remote at the front sensor of the NMP-530. Use the buttons to navigate the menus.

How to reset the NMP-530 to factory settings?

There is no reset procedure described in this guide. Contact ViewSonic support for specific instructions.

What file formats are supported?

The NMP-530 supports playback of graphics, videos, and Flash files. To create this content, third-party software is required. Refer to the complete user guide for the exact list of formats.

How to ensure access security?

After the first login, change the default login and password in the administration interface. The system automatically logs out after 5 minutes of inactivity.

USER MANUAL NMP-530 VIEWSONIC

Check that you have all the following items in the package.

Remote Control and Two Batteries

NMP-530

Quick Start Guide

ViewSonic CD

RJ-45 Ethernet Cable

S-Video/YPbPr Adapter

RS-232 Cable

AC Power Adapter

System Requirements

System requirements include a display, a network environment, and a PC with network capability

Software Requirements

Software applications need to be purchased separately in order to create material for playback, such as graphics, video, and Flash files, etc.

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PC Requirements (for basic server)

• Operating System: Any Windows® or Linux OS capable of running a web server
• Processor: Intel® Pentium® 4, 1 GHz or higher (or compatible microprocessor)
  Memory: 512 MB RAM or more
  Network Interface: 100Base-T

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Setup

For the initial setup, you need the following:

A Router with DHCP services
- A TV or Display with Composite or S-Video input for initial setup. During the setup, you can change the NMP-530 output to the final display being used.
A PC with Internet Browser

CONNECT TO A DISPLAY

Connect the S-Video or Composite output of the NMP-530 to the corresponding input on your TV or other display.

Connect the supplied RJ-45 ethernet cable from the NMP-530 to a router with DHCP services. Refer to your router's user guide or contact your network administrator for assistance.

3 TURN POWER ON

Connect the supplied AC Adapter DC Plug into the NMP-530. Turn the TV or the Display power on making sure that the Input is on the proper setting. Plug the AC Adapter to a wall outlet.

Wait a few seconds and the IP Address of the NMP-530 appears on the screen. Make a note of the IP information as this will be used to login to the NMP-530.

LOGIN

Open an Internet Browser, i.e., Internet Explorer on a PC in the same network. In the URL address field, type the IP address of the NMP-530 noted in the previous step > press Enter. The Login screen appears. Type the defaults Login: admin and Password: admin. For security purposes, we recommend that you change the Login and Password. For more information, see the Security section in this NMP-530 User Guide. After logging in successfully, the Network Configuration screen appears as shown in the next step. Note: The NMP-530 automatically logs you out after five (5) minutes of inactivity.

STARTURL

Under Management click Startup. The screen shown below appears. In the Video field, enter a valid URL. Or, in the Browser field, enter a valid web page. For more information, see the NMP-530 User Guide.

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SETVIDEO OUTPUT OFNMP-530

By default, the video output is set to S-Video. But, you can choose any one of the following connections if you prefer, depending on the type of display input you want to use.

HDMI Connect an HDMI cable from the back of the NMP-530 to the HDMI interface on the back of the display.

S-Video: Default. Connect an S-Video cable from the S-Video interface on the back of the NMP-530 to the S-Video interface on the back of the display.

Component: Using the S-Video/YPbPr adapter.

Composite: Using an RCA cable.

To change the output setting, login to the NMP-530, under Management click Video/Audio. The screen shown below appears. For more information, see the Video/Audio Configuration section in the NMP-530 User Guide.

1. In the TV Mode field, click the down arrow for the pull-down menu and select one of the resolutions required by your display (PDP or LCD).

2. If any changes were made to this screen, do the following:

3. To enable the changes, click Apply

4. To save the changes, under Administration click Save Configuration > click Save.

PUT BATTERIES IN REMOTE CONTROL

Remove the back cover from the remote control as shown below. Put two AA batteries in the battery compartment. Be sure to match the positive end of the battery with the positive end in the compartment. Put the cover back on the remote control.

For more information, see the NMP-530 User Guide. If you still need help, contact ViewSonic Customer Support as listed in the user guide or on our website.

Website: www.viewsonic.com

Model Name: NMP-530

Model Number: VS11681

Serial Number:

Document Number: NMP-530_QSG_ENG_REV1A 7-DEC-06

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